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01/10/2026

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01/10/2026

01/10/2026

Hazard Regional Medical Center welcomed its first baby of the new year on Jan. 1.
According to a statement from ARH, Tyler Don Deaton was born at 2:59 p.m. He weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces and was 18 inches long. Tyler’s parents are Hailey and Dalton Deaton. The family resides in Hazard.
“Welcoming the first baby of the year is always a special moment for our team," said Angie Thomas, OB director at Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center. "It reminds us why we do what we do, bringing new life into the world and supporting families during such an important time. Our OB department is honored to be part of these first chapters and looks forward to many more healthy beginnings in the year ahead."
As the first baby born at Hazard ARH in 2026, the hospital gave Tyler and his family a large baby bathtub full of items every baby needs, including a baby monitor, the statement said.
"Hazard ARH is looking forward to welcoming many more babies in 2026," the statement said.

01/09/2026

The deadline for filing for office concluded Jan. 9 at 4 p.m. The following are the registered candidates for local public office in Hazard and Perry County.

COUNTY CLERK
Wayne Napier (R)

COUNTY ATTORNEY
Derek Jorge Campbell (R)
Gary Kilburn (D)

COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE
Kenneth Hall (R)
Joe Engle (R) Withdrawn
Denny Ray Noble (R)
Scott Alexander (D)
Harlan Campbell (D)
Ellis Hall (D)
Lemuel Brashear (R)

CORONER
Wayne E Bowling (R)

SHERIFF
Shawn White (D)
Shannon Woods (R)
Jessie Day (D)
James "Big'un" Jewell (D)
Terry Brewer (R)
Vanessa L Combs (R

PVA
Lonnie Douglas Adams (R)
Brittany Fields (D)

JAILER
Minor Allen (R)
Darrel Fugate (D)

MAGISTRATE DIST 1
Jimmy Lou Spencer (D)
Billy Ray Campbell (R)
Richard Stidham Jr (R)
Donald "Don" Miller (R)
J.R. Rowland (R)

MAGISTRATE DIST 2
Glenn "Buzzsaw" Neace (D)
Rose Shields (D)
Freeman C Robertson Jr (R)
David B Miller (D)
Bill Begley (R)
Charles Lee Colwell (D)
Hib Herald (D)
Anthony Asher (D)

MAGISTRATE DIST 3
Clayton Church (D)
Rocky Moore (D)
Michael "Chubb" Lewis (R)
Mark Raleigh (R)
Kenny Cole (D)
Gary "Lizard" Roark (R)
Millie Blair (R)

CONSTABLE DIST 1
Harold Dixon (R)
David Baker (R)
Sean Brashear (D)

CONSTABLE DIST 2
Shane Lee Stamper (R)
Ronnie Dillion (D)
Shelby W Mize (D)
Frank Smith (D)

CONSTABLE DIST 3
Eugene "Buck" Fields (D)
Dorris Deaton (D)
Jamie Turner (R)
Howard Young Jr. (R)

MAYOR CITY OF HAZARD
Donald "Happy" Mobelini
Christian Alexander McGilton
Howard Sumner
James Logan Fields

HAZARD CITY COMMISSIONER
Paul Olinger
Fitz Steele
Susan Martin Brotherton
Luke Glaser

MAYOR CITY OF BUCKHORN
Simmie Ray Bowling

BUCKHORN CITY COMMISSIONER
Kenneth Stamper
Monica Couch
Sharon Combs
Amanda Bowling

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01/09/2026

Randy breaks down the official All Mountain Football Team selections, highlighting the players who stood out across the region this season. He also reveals and discusses the All Mountain Player of the Year and Coach of the Year, honoring the individuals who defined mountain football this year.

A full look at the talent, leadership, and performances that made this season special.

Listen on Apple Music or Spotify: https://linktr.ee/unwiredapp

01/09/2026

The Kentucky State Police, Hazard Post, which provides coverage for Perry, Knott, Letcher, Breathitt and Leslie Counties, will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints as approved by the Kentucky State Police Policy and Procedures Manual.

The Kentucky State Police, Hazard Post, which provides coverage for Perry, Knott, Letcher, Breathitt and Leslie Counties, will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints as approved by the Kentucky State

01/09/2026

A South Carolina man is facing several charges after he was caught attempting to shoplift at Walmart and hit a store employee with a scooter he was operating while attempting to leave, according to the Hazard Police Department.

A South Carolina man is facing several charges after he was caught attempting to shoplift at Walmart and hit a store employee with a scooter he was operating while attempting

01/08/2026

The Weekly Walkthrough is back with a full breakdown of the basketball games happening across the region from January 8 through January 14. Randy runs through the schedule, highlights key matchups, and looks ahead to two major events on the calendar — the 15th Region All A Classic and the Kentucky 2A Section 8 Tournament.

A complete guide to the week ahead as postseason tournaments begin to take shape and teams position themselves for big runs.

01/08/2026

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit alleging excessive force by former Hazard Police Chief Darren Williams and Officer Tyler Pigman

01/07/2026

Addiction Recovery Care has announced that an acquisition that was in progress by the company Ethema Health Corporation is no longer moving forward.

01/07/2026

High speed was a factor in a crash involving a Kentucky State Police cruiser in Knott County, according to a report from KSP.